Black Girls Rock

A few months BET hosted a show called Black Girls Rock.  The show celebrated black girls who have accomplished many things in entertainment, education, science, and in their communities. Why is it important to celebrate our accomplishments? 

Imagine for one day that you were a black girl who rock...what would your impact be?  Are you a scientist who discover a cure for Cancer?  Or are you a community activist who build low-income houses for single mothers?  Decide for yourself how you can become a black girl who ROCKS!

Rap Music is a Form of Poetry

It has been said over and over that rap music is lyrical poetry.  So, does that mean that all rap music is poetry?  Is Lil Wayne a poet? If we consider him a poet, how do you understand what he is saying? Can you listen to one of Lil Wayne's rap songs, and automatically recite a verse?  Or for that matter, can you write down what he is saying?

Tell me do you think all rappers are poets?  Who is your favorite poet?  Do read poetry?  What do you like about poetry?  What don't you like about poetry?